Beijing time on February 11 news, the Brooklyn Nets and Philadelphia 76ers reached a deal, they sent James Harden and Millsap, in exchange for Ben Simmons, Seth Curry and Andre Drummond and two draft picks.
The latest revelation from the local reporter, along with the transaction, Simmons finally decided to return to the basketball court.
Simmons' agent, Rich Paul, told the media that Simmons is eager to join the Nets and he will also serve the court again this season, "We have to work hard to get him back on the field, it's a big step in the right direction." ”
According to another source, Simmons has communicated with Nets general manager Kevin Durant.
"The Brooklyn side will give Simmons some time to adapt to the new environment, and Simmons himself is very happy to change the environment, they have already communicated with each other, and everyone is now on the same goal." Chris Haynes from Yahoo Sports wrote on its social blog.
Regarding how compatible the new Big Three will be after Simmons arrives, some anonymous sources say the Nets tend to shift Simmons' offensive zone to the paint area while returning Irving to the Number One spot. In this way, Simmons' shooting shortcomings can be avoided, and Irving and the two of them can have more passing cooperation.